Senior Citizens
Are you a senior citizen or caregiver in Morris County? Use these resources to find services:
AARP (American Association of Retired Persons)
Pensions, housing, advance directives, transportation options, etc.
Eldercare Locator
Drop in or day care, provided by the US Administration on Aging.
Jewish Vocational Service of MetroWest New Jersey
At Home Services. Volunteers provide help with small projects, meal prep, light housekeeping and laundry or basic home maintenance.
Legal Services of Northwest Jersey
Provides free civil legal services for seniors.
Long Term Care Systems
Search for assisted living and nursing facilities from the NJ Department of Health.
Medicare.gov
Federal government website especially designed for seniors.
Morris County Aging Services
Extensive information on services available to aging individuals in Morris County, including hospice, food pantries, Meals on Wheels, etc.
Morris County Senior Services
Information on variety of services available for senior citizens in Morris County, including nursing homes, vision, adult day care programs, etc.
Morris County Surrogate Court
NJ County Surrogates are responsible for probate of wills and designation of executor(s).
NJ Division of Aging
Among other things, includes information on pharmaceutical and hearing aid assistance for low income seniors.
NJ Ombudsman for the Institutionalized Elderly
Advocacy program focused on protecting the health, safety and welfare of older individuals in institutions.
Pension Rights Center
Organization dedicated to helping retired persons with their pensions.
Seniors Helping Seniors
Provides community and support to seniors by other seniors.
Social Security Administration Benefits
Morris County office:
2200 Rt. 10 (Westbound), Morris Plains, NJ 07054
800-772-1213
US Department of Veterans’ Affairs
For information related to senior citizens who are veterans of the military.